Fashion

Holiday shoes worth a second look
By Linda Miller
Oh, the power of a great pair of shoes.
They can pump up any outfit and take it from special to spectacular. Sure, every woman needs a pair of basic black heels, but there’s no better time than the holidays to wiggle your toes into something

Spring Awakening – Fashion tempts with pretty colors, bold prints
By Linda Miller
Winter’s not over, but no one can be blamed for thinking ahead to warm days and lightweight clothes.
Spring brings new possibilities, a rebirth. Even to the closet.
After months of heavy layers, who wouldn’t look forward to mesh, lace and cut-out

What’s in store? – Plenty at Dillard’s, Penn Square
By Linda Miller
Change isn’t new to Dillard’s in Penn Square Mall, one of the department store chain’s top performing stores.
Sometimes the changes are sweeping, impossible not to notice. Like in 1992 when Dillard’s expanded into the former Rothschild’s space.
Then again in 2002 when

Stylish offerings Gift ideas for holidays and other occasions
It’s time to get serious about shopping. Those gifts aren’t going to magically appear, all wrapped in pretty paper and perfectly tied bows.
But if you’ve run out of ideas – it happens to the best of us – here are some suggestions for those special

Clothes minded Hilton Hollis creates classics with a twist
By Linda Miller
Fashion designer Hilton Hollis said he listens to women and takes to heart their needs as he travels around the country making personal appearances at the boutiques that sell his clothes.
They asked for tops with pockets. Done. How about pants that offer

Fall fashion – A look at cool-weather trends
Goodbye summer, hello fall.
That welcome may be a little early, but after months of shorts and sandals, most of us are eager to see what the new season offers – from a fashion point of view, that is.
Cindi Shelby, owner of R Meyers in Nichols

Dive in
Swimwear trends make a splash
Procrastinating doesn’t make it any easier. Pull back your shoulders, stand up straight and head into the dressing room.
It’s time to try on swimwear.
If it’s any consolation, this summer’s styles may make the experience a little easier. These suits are pretty tempting and flattering to most

BAG IT
Grab one of these statement-making styles
By Linda Miller
Sometimes it’s the little things that can freshen up a wardrobe. A great pair of earrings.
Shoes in the season’s most popular style. And, most definitely, a handbag that makes you smile every time you reach for it.
Yes, a bag can do that.